6 New Year's Resolutions That Anyone Can Complete

New Year’s resolutions – are they for you? There
are two kinds of people, those that make a New Year’s resolution each year with
no follow-through and those that make one and it completely and totally changes
their life. Which do you want to be for 2019?

Even if you haven’t had follow-through in the
past, this list of resolutions is for you! We’ve compiled a list of changes
that are small and easy to make, but pack a big punch when it comes to the
impact you’ll see and feel on your life. After all, simple changes are the
easiest to make and offer a stepping-stone to more challenging ones in the
future.

1. Get Moving

Adding exercise to your life doesn’t have to
be a chore. Start small and add activities that trick you into exercising. Go
for a bicycle ride and enjoy nature along the way. Try getting a group of
friends together to shoot some hoops. It’s quality friend time, and you’re
being active and getting your heart rate up at the same time. Simple activities
that get you away from your work desk or off the couch for even 20 minutes a
day have been shown to offer many benefits. In fact, any aerobic activity that
gets your heart rate up is beneficial for the prevention of heart attack,
stroke, and developing diabetes. Exercise can even improve your posture, mood, and
your physical appearance. Go ahead, get moving toward a healthier you for 2019!

2. Organize Your Life

Organization can be accomplished with just a few simple changes.
First, downsize and donate some of your items. You just got new things for
Christmas, so get rid of some old things that could still be enjoyed by others.
Add labels to Christmas decorations as you put them away, so they’re easier to
find next year. Go room by room and de-clutter. Picking one room to tackle each
day makes your task at hand seem so much smaller and more manageable.

By de-cluttering your life and giving your items organization,
you’re making it easier to find things. You’ll even feel better because you
don’t have that overwhelming feeling of misplaced items.

3. Healthy Eating

Healthy eating is by far the most
popular resolution to choose, but it’s also one that doesn’t necessarily make
it to the month of February. Again, start small. Don’t try the newest fad diet
and expect immediate results. Small changes can really help improve your health
over time.

Try starting with clear
containers in your refrigerator for fruits and veggies. Put them at eye level,
so you see them first and are more likely to choose a healthy snack over that
cookie. Prepare meals ahead, so you aren’t forced to choose quick, but
unhealthy foods. Try using containers that keep your fresh food longer, so you
aren’t throwing out your veggies because they go bad too fast. All of these
changes are done in the kitchen and require very little effort, but they could
be just the jumpstart you’re needing.

4. Get More Rest

More rest means you’re prepared for your day,
functioning on full power, and you’re overall healthier. How can you make it
happen, even with a busy schedule and so many things on your mind? Schedule,
schedule, schedule – remember when you were little and you were on a schedule for
eating and naps. It’s the same as an adult. By keeping the same routine on the
weekends that you keep during the week, you’ll help your body stick to a
regular sleeping schedule. It’s the number one thing to help your body get more
rest and function better.

Another way to help you sleep easier is a bedtime
ritual. Keep it light and relaxing, but try to do the same thing before bed to
prepare your body for rest. Daily exercise and a comfortable bed round out the
expert advice for a better night’s sleep. Mattresses are good for 9 to 10
years, so think about updating if you’re having trouble getting those Zzz’s.
Comfortable pillows are a must for better sleep and fewer aches when you wake.
Look for ones that are free of allergens, too.

5. Be Adventurous

Travel the world more. Whether you choose an hour road trip or you fly across the country, find a
place that you’ve always wanted to see and make it happen.

What affect does travel have on
your overall well-being? First, it’s a great way to reduce stress, even it’s just for a couple of days.
Vacation is a great way to disconnect from your normal life, and it even
promotes happiness because you feel more relaxed. The less stress you feel, the
lower your cortisol levels resulting in a healthier you. Just like all the
digital items in your life require time to recharge, so does your body. Go
ahead, pack those bags and start exploring!

6. Give Your Home a Deep Clean

Deep cleaning your home may seem like a
boring resolution, but once you get everything sparkling you’ll just feel
better! On top of feeling like your home looks like a million bucks, you’ll
also help rid your home of winter germs. After all, winter is when that nasty
flu bug always seems to pop up. Areas to pay close attention are your
bathrooms, kitchen, and family rooms where you have the most traffic.

New Year’s Resolutions don’t have
to be intimidating. Starting small and building on life changes makes the task
at hand so much easier. Any change, no matter how small, could make a big
impact on your life and help point you in the right direction. That’s really
what resolutions are about – making smart, healthy changes that will positively
impact your life today, tomorrow, and in the future.